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SEC Proposes Revised Crypto Custody Rules for Investment Advisers
The SEC proposed revised crypto custody rules for investment advisers on Oct 1, 2026, with new self-custody criteria and state trust company options.
California Boosts Fines for Pay Data Reporting Failures
California's SB 1237 raises penalties up to $1,000 per employee for pay data report failures starting May 2027.
DOJ Updates Corporate Enforcement Directive with New Fraud Priorities
The DOJ issued a new Corporate Enforcement Directive on Oct 1, 2026, refining priorities for prosecuting corporate fraud and encouraging voluntary disclosure.
SBA Drops Disparate Impact But Will Use Workforce Data to Prove Intent
SBA rescinds disparate impact liability under Title VI but clarifies workforce data can still show intentional discrimination, affecting compliance risk assessments.
Federal Judge Orders Hearing on Suppression in Tricolor Case
U.S. District Judge P. Kevin Castel grants evidentiary hearing on defense's motion to suppress electronic evidence in the Tricolor criminal case, highlighting evidence handling standards.
Sixth Circuit Rejects Federal Preemption Over State Sports-Betting Laws
The Sixth Circuit ruled that sports-event contracts are not swaps under the CEA, affirming states' rights to regulate sports betting in Ohio and Tennessee.
White House Extends $100K H-1B Fee, Tightens Compliance Oversight
September 2026 moves extend $100K H-1B visa fee for a year and increase scrutiny on employers, impacting legal teams managing visa applications.
Federal Court Blocks $100,000 Trump-Era H-1B Visa Fee
A federal court ruled the $100,000 H-1B visa fee unlawful under APA, impacting employers and immigration costs.
California Requires Early, Detailed Notices for AI-Driven Layoffs
California’s new law mandates earlier, more detailed WARN notices for AI-related layoffs, affecting compliance for employers starting 2027.
Oregon Launches Workplace Violence Law for Healthcare Settings
Oregon enacts SB 537 to require healthcare employers to assess threats and provide violence prevention training.
Staten Island Judge Invalidates NYC’s Pied-à-Terre Tax Rollout
Staten Island judge halts NYC's pied-à-terre tax rollout targeting luxury second homes amid legal and implementation issues.
Third District Court Rejects OLC’s CFPB Funding Interpretation
The Third District Court ruled against the Office of Legal Counsel’s view on CFPB funding, affirming the agency’s financial independence and regulatory authority.
Shanghai Court Holds AI Voice-Cloning Platform Liable, Shifts Burden of Proof
Shanghai court rules against AI voice-cloning service, requiring proof of training data legality—first such case in China, setting legal precedent for AI accountability.
Secondary OFAC Sanctions Pose Growing Risks for Non-US Firms
Recent US Treasury enforcement shows heightened risks of secondary OFAC sanctions for global companies dealing with Iran and sanctioned entities.
9th Circuit: GitHub Copilot Output Not a 'Copy' Under DMCA
The 9th Circuit ruled GitHub Copilot's AI-generated code doesn't infringe DMCA copyright 'copy' rules, shaping AI legal risks.
Cyber Insurance Carriers Tighten Coverage Conditions Amid Rising Risks
Cyber insurance providers are raising standards for coverage eligibility, requiring stricter security controls and updating policies for AI risks.
FAR Council Proposes Overhaul of 16 FAR Parts with Four Key Rules
FAR Council proposes revising 16 FAR parts, reshaping federal contracting rules on commercial buying, contract types, data rights, and contractor responsibility.
Courts Define When BIPA Exemptions Apply to Biometric Use in Finance
Recent court rulings clarify BIPA exemptions for biometric authentication under GLBA, impacting financial institutions and vendors in privacy compliance.
Federal Circuit Upholds Dismissal of AudienceScience Ad Patent Claims
Federal Circuit reaffirms dismissal of AudienceScience's digital ad patents against Google, reflecting continued judicial skepticism.
California Civil Rights Department Sues Employers Over Pay Data Reporting
California's Civil Rights Department sued two employers for violating new pay data reporting law requiring detailed workforce data submissions and classifications.